This fall and winter, here’s what you need to know about the updated COVID-19 vaccine. ➡️ Vaccination is the best protection against COVID-19-related hospitalization and death. Vaccination also reduces your risk of developing Long COVID. If you have not received a COVID-19 vaccine in the past 2 months, get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect yourself this fall and winter. https://bit.ly/3XBO2Q7
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reposted this
Now, uninsured Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina residents in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene can replace their 30-day supply of certain prescription medications, durable medical equipment, and medical supplies from any pharmacy that participates in the Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP). For example, EPAP pays for replacements of canes; crutches; walkers; wheelchairs; blood sugar meters, and blood sugar test strips for diabetics. Vaccinations provided by retail pharmacies also may be covered under EPAP. For help, call 855-793-7470 (TTY 800-876-1089). To learn more about the program, check out our latest press release: https://lnkd.in/e2MBBQ2e
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CDC has confirmed 6 H5 bird flu infections in people following their exposure to infected dairy cows in California. This brings the national total this year to 20. All cases had known exposure to sick or infected poultry or cows, except for one case, where the source of exposure is unknown. The public risk assessment remains low at this time, but people with exposure to infected animals are at higher risk of infection. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Yi8FSS
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Laboratory Testing Professionals: Join this OneLab TEST event to learn about best practices for the “Test!” phase. This session is designed for professionals and volunteers who perform or coordinate waived testing in non-traditional settings. Register now and share this event with your colleagues! https://bit.ly/3MmMCnm
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How is the Sickle Cell Data Collection (SCDC) program making an impact? Join the SCDC Summit to learn how data are being translated into action in funded states. Register: https://bit.ly/4ddJoxi
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Healthcare Providers: Register for the next blood disorders webinar on thalassemia. Dr. Thompson will discuss the diagnosis and clinical management of thalassemia, with an emphasis on relevant information for pediatricians. Register: https://bit.ly/3bEjC7p
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Healthcare Providers: This National Primary Care Week, use CDC’s STEADI resources to screen, assess, and help your older patients to reduce their fall risk: https://bit.ly/469jkl7
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CDC has confirmed a third human case of H5 bird flu in California. To date, all three CA cases occurred in dairy workers from three different farms with no known association with one another. Like the two previous cases, the person experienced mild symptoms and reported occupational exposure to infected dairy cows. The public risk assessment remains low at this time. Read more: https://bit.ly/3BMB5vg
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Clinicians: In addition to mpox vaccination, educate your patients about practicing safer sex strategies to reduce exposure to mpox, being aware of unexplained rashes on a partner’s body, and avoiding close contact if they or a partner become sick with mpox. Read more in CDC MMWR: https://bit.ly/mm7340a2
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In a first-of-its-kind study, CDC asked U.S. high school students about eight adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Results showed that 3 in 4 teens experienced at least one ACE. Preventing ACEs can significantly reduce poor health conditions and risk behaviors. Discover how preventing ACEs in young people can help improve their mental and physical health NOW and reduce chronic conditions in adulthood: https://bit.ly/su7304a5